How to Visit Plymouth Rock

Getting There

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  Take Route 3 to Route 44 from Boston to the town of Plymouth, in southeastern Massachusetts.

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  Follow Route 44 east to the waterfront. Go north along the waterfront (still on Route 44).

• 3

  Take a right onto Atterton Street.

• 4

  Take a left to the Forefathers Monument and park your vehicle right on site.

• 5

  Enjoy the view from the monument hill and take a picture in front of Plymouth Rock.

Pilgrim Hall Museum

• 6

  Drive to Court Street, after viewing Plymouth Rock, to visit the Pilgrim Hall Museum.

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  Check out the collection of 17th Century artifacts on permanent display, including household items, clothing and books.

• 8

  View the collection of American history paintings, featuring such artists as Henry Sargent and Jennie Brownscombe.

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  Pick up a pilgrim souvenir at the museum gift shop.